Ontario education minister ‘excited’ by prospect of total cellphone ban in schools (opens original article in a new tab)

Ontario education minister Paul Calandra expressed interest in a potential total cellphone ban in schools after visiting Quebec, where such a ban has created a different school atmosphere.

• Ontario education minister Paul Calandra toured Quebec schools with a cellphone ban and noted a different atmosphere.
• Ontario currently bans cellphones for Grade 6 and younger students, while older students can use them during breaks.
• Calandra mentioned Quebec's experience with a full ban included challenges with parents but eventual acceptance.